BIG Y Breakfast fundraiser. Feb. 28 starting at 8 a.m. at Big Y Community Building 2641 Wrights Creek Rd., Cherokee, NC. 28719. $10 platter includes: scrambled eggs, potatoes, biscuit, gravy & your choice of bacon or sausage and drink (orange juice, apple juice, coffee or water). Info: Bunsey (828) 788-4879.

Bingo Fundraiser. Feb. 28  doors open at 4 p.m. games start at 5p.m. at the Pam Taylor Painttown Gym, 10 Old Gap Rd, Cherokee, NC. 28719.  The fundraiser is to raise funds to help Garret and Chloe Pearson for a mission trip to Honduras in June. INFO: Chloe Pearson (828) 788-5555

Turkey Shoot. Feb. 28 at 3 p.m. at the Jesse Welch Turkey Shoot Facility in Kolanvyi (Big Cove) in Cherokee, N.C. This is a fundraiser for the Big Cove Free Labor Group. Good fun, great prizes, great benefit.

Get Real & Heal. Now – April 10. Mon. Wed. & Fridays at 10 a.m. at the Cherokee Fitness Complex 810 Acquoni Rd., Cherokee, NC. 28719. FREE 12 week group exercise program for patients who have had a cancer diagnosis. Info: Sherri.Watterson@Cherokeehospital.org

Volunteer Income Tax Assistance(VITA) Now – April 15, Monday – Thursday from 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. call for an appointment (828) 359-6001.

FIT Fridays. Now – March 13. From 12 p.m. – 1 p.m. at Cherokee Choices 806 Acquoni Rd., Cherokee, NC. 28719 Contact Tori (828)359-6778

BIG Y Community Yard Sale. Feb. 28 doors open at 8 a.m. at Big Y Community Building 2641 Wrights Creek Rd., Cherokee, NC. 28719 Info: Bunsey (828) 788-4879.

Unto These Hills Auditions. Feb 28 from 2 p.m. – 5 p.m. at the Cherokee Historical Association Mainn Office 564 Tsali Blvd. Cherokee, NC. 28719. Casting for Indigenous youth and adults for the 2026 season. Info: (828) 497-2111

EBCI Community Night with the Georgia Swarm. Feb 28 at 7:30 p.m. at the Gas South Arena 6400 Sugarloaf Pkwy., Duluth, Ga. 30097. As a member of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians, you may claim up to four (4) complimentary tickets to the Georgia Swarm’s annual Native Heritage Night on Saturday, February 28, 2026 at Gas South Arena in Duluth, GA. Simply login to https://www.gofevo.com/ event/EBCINHN260228, to select your seats. Upon adding seats to your cart, your discount code will be automatically applied for the four (4) complimentary tickets! An order processing fee of $5 will be applied at checkout.

ServSafe Food Safety Course & Exam. March 2 from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. at the EBCI Commerce Department in the Ginger Lynn Welch Complex, 810 Acquoni Rd., Cherokee 28719. Class and exam for food service supervisory staff in any foodservice establishment. Info: Laura,  lwlauffe@ncsu.edu or call the EBCI Extension Office (828) 359-6939

Circle of Security Parenting Program. March 4 from 4:30 p.m. – 7 p.m. at Cherokee Choices Community Room 806 Acquoni Rd, Cherokee, NC 28719. RSVP for space call Rob (828) 507-2783 or email stokelyrob@gmail.com. 8 week series, dinner provided, led by Elizabeth Fyvolent and Rob Stokely, on how to build a strong relationship with your child(ren). It is designed to help you learn how to respond to your child’s need sin a way that enhances your connection with him/ her, which often leads to changes in the child’s behavior. It helps parents give their child(ren) a feeling of security and confidence so they can explore, learn, grow and build positive relationships.

Photographers Wanted. Submission by April 1. Cherokee Historical Association is seeking proposals from qualified photographers to take marketing photos during the 2026 season. Photos to be taken at the Oconaluftee Indian Village and Unto These Hils. Photographers should be local to the area. Additional considerations will be given to Indigenous candidates. Proposal should include: fee for 20 photos( including editing), any additional service fees, timeline to receive final photos, portfolio or sample of work. Cherokee Historical Association will select the proposal offering the best overall value, considering quality, experience and cost. Submit proposals to Chelsey@CherokeeAdventure.com by April 1. You may also email with questions if needed.

Spring Rod Run. April 24- 25 Old Cherokee High School Site, 1501 Acquoni Rd., Cherokee, NC. 28719. Thousands in Cash Giveaways, Early Bird Show and Shine Thursday after Lunch, Tool Box and Cooler Scooter Raffles, 50/50, Cruise Thru the Great Smokies National Park, Participant Meal, Valve Cover Racing, Model Car Contest, Vendors, Swap Meet, Food Vendors, Home Built Trophies, and More! Pre-Register before April 10 and be entered for a huge cash prize. Info: Cherokeerodders.com

CALL FOR ARTISTS. Over the next 6 months. In the Maker Space in the Qualla Boundary Public Library 810 Acquoni Rd. Cherokee, NC. 28719. Seeking interested artists to teach one or more of these workshops: feather capes, fingerweaving, bandolier bags, pucker toe moccasins, beadwork, copper, silver and metalwork. Infor: Chi Shipman (828) 359-6725 or chiship@ebci-nsn.gov

Cherokee Winter Social. Feb 28 at the Peaches Squirrel Sports & Rec. Complex 1212 Birdtown Rd., Cherokee, NC. 28719. MC: Catcuce Tiger. Everyone Welcome! Traditional Dress & Ribbon Shirts/ Skirts encouraged. All Cherokee Singers welcome, bring your rattles & drums. Food provided by Nikki’s Frybread.

Fingerweaving Fridays,  February  27, 2:30pm-4:30pm Museum of the Cherokee People Art Studio 589 Tsali Blvd, Cherokee, NC. 28719 Bring a project or choose materials from the Museum’s selection at this free craft circle open to beginner and experienced weavers. Info: (828) 497-3481

Halloween Script Contest. Submit by March 1. Cherokee Historical Association is looking for a new haunted house script to use for Legendary Fears 2026. Should be suitable for outdoor venue and approximately 10 scare actors. Preference will be given to scripts by Indigenous authors and subject related to Cherokee culture. Info: Chelsey@CherokeeAdventure.comm

NAIWA (North American Indian Women’s Association, Inc.) Cherokee Chapter meets the second Thursday of each month at 4:30 p.m. at the West Senior Center in Cherokee, N.C. Eligibility for membership: any American Indian or Alaska Native or Canadian First Nations woman, 18 years of age or older, who is officially identified as a member of a federally recognized Indian Tribe/Nation. The meetings contain information on purpose and further aims. All who meet the eligibility are invited to attend.

Qualla Boundary Historical Society. meets the fourth Tuesday of each month at 5:30 p.m. at the Yellowhill Community Building 918 Acquoni Rd. Cherokee, NC. 28719. Eeryone is welcome to attend the meetings, can join and be a member. The Society is organized to promote, preserve, and educate members of the
Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI), residents of the Qualla Boundary, and others so interested in Cherokee culture, history, arts and crafts, and genealogy/family histories. Follow on Facebook: Qualla Boundary Historical Society. 

(All meetings are held in the Cherokee Tribal Council House in Cherokee, N.C. unless otherwise noted.)

Work Session on Tabled Ord. No. 6 (Judicial Code). Feb. 24 at 1 p.m.

TGC Report. Feb. 25 at 8:30 a.m.

EBCI Holdings Report. Feb. 25 at 9 a.m.

Kituwah/KGC LLC Report. Feb. 25 at 10:30 a.m.

Cherokee Indian Hospital Authority Report. Feb. 26 at 8:30 a.m.

Museum of the Cherokee People Report. Feb. 26 at 9:15 a.m.

Work Session on Beloved Man/Woman. March 2 at 9 a.m.

Work Session on Tabled Ord. No. 107 (Ethics Ordinance changes). March 2 at 10 a.m.

Work Session on Tabled Res. No. 97 (EBCI to withdraw from USET). March 2 at 11 a.m.

Work Session on Tabled Ord. No. 110 (Chapter 40 – Eminent Domain). March 3 at 1 p.m.

Work Session on Tabled Ord. No. 111 (Civil Procedure). March 3 at 2 p.m.

Work Session on Tabled Res. No. 27 (Transparency in Tribal Govt.). March 4 at 10 a.m. 

Work Session on Tabled Res. No. 28 (Weighted Votes). March 4 at 11 a.m. 

Work Session on Tabled Res. No. 30 (Enhance Transparency in Tribal Govt.). March 4 at 1 p.m. 

Concerts and Shows

Boy George and Culture Club concert. Feb. 21 at 7:30 p.m. at Harrah’s Cherokee Casino Resort Event Center in Cherokee, N.C. For tickets, visit: Boy George & Culture Club Tickets Feb 21, 2026 Cherokee, NC | Ticketmaster

Amy Grant concert. Feb. 27 at 9 p.m. at Harrah’s Cherokee Casino Resort Event Center in Cherokee, N.C. For tickets, visit: An Evening With Amy Grant Tickets Feb 27, 2026 Cherokee, NC | Ticketmaster

Harrah’s Cherokee Night 6. Feb. 28 6 at 8 p.m. at Harrah’s Cherokee Casino Resort Event Center in Cherokee, N.C. For tickets, visit: Harrah’s Cherokee Night 6 Tickets Feb 28, 2026 Cherokee, NC | Ticketmaster

Clay Walker concert on his “Doin’ What I Love Tour”. March 13 at 9 p.m. at Harrah’s Cherokee Casino Resort Event Center in Cherokee, N.C. For tickets, visit: Clay Walker: Doin’ What I Love Tour Tickets Mar 13, 2026 Cherokee, NC | Ticketmaster

Three Dog Night concert. March 27 at 9 p.m. at Harrah’s Cherokee Casino Resort Event Center in Cherokee, N.C. For tickets, visit: Three Dog Night Tickets Mar 27, 2026 Cherokee, NC | Ticketmaster

Santana concert on his “The Oneness Tour”. April 4 at 7:30 p.m. at Harrah’s Cherokee Casino Resort Event Center in Cherokee, N.C. For tickets, visit: Santana: Oneness Tour 2026 Tickets Apr 04, 2026 Cherokee, NC | Ticketmaster

Warren Zeiders concert. April 10 at 7:30 p.m. at Harrah’s Cherokee Casino Resort Event Center in Cherokee, N.C. For tickets, visit: Warren Zeiders World Tour 2026 Tickets Apr 10, 2026 Cherokee, NC | Ticketmaster

Styx concert. April 25 at 7:30 p.m. Harrah’s Cherokee Casino Resort Event Center in Cherokee, N.C. For tickets, visit: Styx Tickets Apr 25, 2026 Cherokee, NC | Ticketmaster

ZZ Top concert. May 1 at 9 p.m. Harrah’s Cherokee Casino Resort Event Center in Cherokee, N.C. For tickets, visit: ZZ Top Tickets May 01, 2026 Cherokee, NC | Ticketmaster

Yacht Rock Revue soft-rock party band concert. May 8 at 9 p.m. at Harrah’s Cherokee Casino Resort Event Center in Cherokee, N.C. For tickets, visit: Yacht Rock Revue – PRIMETIME Presented by CANN Tickets May 08, 2026 Cherokee, NC | Ticketmaster

Earth, Wind, and Fire concert. May 16 at 7:30 p.m. at Harrah’s Cherokee Casino Resort Event Center in Cherokee, N.C. For tickets, visit: Earth, Wind & Fire Tickets May 16, 2026 Cherokee, NC | Ticketmaster

Jeff Dunham comedy show. May 22 at 9 p.m. at Harrah’s Cherokee Casino Resort Event Center in Cherokee, N.C. For tickets, visit: Jeff Dunham: Artificial Intelligence Tickets May 22, 2026 Cherokee, NC | Ticketmaster

Jodeci concert. May 29 at 9 p.m. at Harrah’s Cherokee Casino Resort Event Center in Cherokee, N.C. For tickets, visit: Jodeci Tickets May 29, 2026 Cherokee, NC | Ticketmaster

Matt Mathews concert on his “Boujee On A Budget Tour”. June 5 at 9 p.m. at Harrah’s Cherokee Casino Resort Event Center in Cherokee, N.C. For tickets, visit: Matt Mathews: Boujee On A Budget Tickets Jun 05, 2026 Cherokee, NC | Ticketmaster

Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist Contest – Announcing pre-sale Feb. 16 at 10 a.m. 

• Finals live in the Event Center June 13 I Ages 21+ I Winner competes in world semifinals in Graceland this August
• Preliminary rounds held at Myst Bar June 12
• Elvis Tribute Artist will be greeting guests throughout property all weekend long
• Friday, June 12
  • 3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.: Elvis cameos/meet & greets on property
  • 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.: Ultimate Elvis Contest Rounds 1 & 2 on Myst Bar stage
•  Saturday, June 13
  • 1 p.m.: Ultimate Elvis Contest Round 3 on Myst Bar Stage
  • 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.: Elvis cameos/meet & greets on property
  • 7:30 p.m.to 9 p.m.: Ultimate Elvis Contest Finals in Event Center
• Tickets available via Ticketmaster (page will go live Feb. 16) I presale code TMELVIS26 I On sale 10 a.m. Feb.

Morgan Jay on his “The Goofy Guy Tour”. June 19 at 9 p.m. at Harrah’s Cherokee Casino Resort Event Center in Cherokee, N.C. For tickets, visit: Morgan Jay: The Goofy Guy Tour Tickets Jun 19, 2026 Cherokee, NC | Ticketmaster

Grand Funk Railroad on its “Still Shinin’ On Tour”. Aug. 1 at 7:30 p.m. at Harrah’s Cherokee Casino Resort Event Center in Cherokee, N.C. For tickets, visit: Grand Funk Railroad: Still Shinin’ On Tour Tickets Aug 01, 2026 Cherokee, NC | Ticketmaster

Promotions and Other Events

• Round trip airfare for two 
• Ground transportation to and from airport and hotel 
• Hotel accommodations for two 
• Two tickets to a Braves Spring Training game on March 14 in North Port, FL 

3^rd Annual Southwestern College Pow Wow. Feb. 28 at the Southwestern College Soccer Field in Chula Vista, Calif. MC: Walter Ahhaitty. Host Northern Drum: Green River. Host Southern Drum: Red Warrior. Invited Northern Drum: Blue Star. Invited Southern Drum: Shaky Town. Info: David Solomon at dsalomon@swccd.edu

Apache Gold Intertribal Pow Wow. March 7-8 at the Apache Gold Casino & Resort in San Carlos, Ariz. MC: Bart Powaukee. Host Northern Drum: Fort Peck Sioux. Host Southern Drum: Iron Bow. Info: (928) 200-3098

Spirit of Nations Pow Wow. March 28 at Jefferson County High School at 115 W. Dumplin Valley Rd. in Dandridge, Tenn. Info: www.indiancreekproductions.com

Yellowhorse Pow Wow Celebration. April 4-5 at Founders Hall at 4950 Swinyar Dr. in Collegedale, Tenn. Info: Tammera Hicks (423) 240-7270 or NAServices.org@gmail.com

Alcoholics Anonymous meets every Thursday at 6:30 p.m. at Analenisgi. Info: www.AAwnc80.com

Celebrate Recovery meets every Tuesday at 6 p.m. at the Cherokee Baptist Church at 812 Tsalagi Road, in Cherokee, N.C. This is a Christ-centered recovery program for anyone struggling with hurt, hang-ups, and habits of any kind. All are welcome. Info: Chris McMillan (828) 788-5410

Cherokee Cancer Support Group, potluck dinner with a speaker the first Thursday of each month at 5:30 p.m. at Betty’s Place, 40 Goose Creek Rd, Cherokee, N.C. Anyone is welcome to attend the potluck. The group provides educational and emotional support to clients and families of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians members with cancer. The group can provide financial assistance for fuel, lodging, and transportation and also can assist with mastectomy items, nutritional supplements, wigs, and related products. The group can volunteer to take a client to their appointment if it is requested in a timely manner. Betty’s Place is open Monday through Fridays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Info: (828) 497-0788

Life@WesternCarolina. each Wednesday morning during the academic school year the Life@ group meets on the campus of Western Carolina University in Cullowhee, N.C.  For those over the age of 50 and looking for ways to engage with the community. To learn more or register visit life.wcu.edu or contact Western Carolina University Educational Outreach (828) 227-7397.

MARA (Medication-Assisted Recovery Anonymous) meets Thursdays at 5 p.m. in the Rivercane Room at Analenisgi. Info: Analenisgi (828) 497-9163 or visit: https://cherokeehospital.org/locations/analenisgi

Narcotics Anonymous meets on Mondays at 6 p.m. at the Cherokee Indian Hospital. Info: North Carolina NA Helpline (855) 227-6272, or www.NA.org

Stecoah Stories & Seeds. Speakers Series.  March 11, 25 at 11:30 a.m., at the Stecoah Valley Center 121 Schoolhouse Rd, Stecoah, NC. 28771. Event is Free, donations are appreciated. Local stories of Graham County, includes soup lunch. Info: (828) 479-3364 stecoahvalleycenter.com.

Roughest & Toughest Brawl. Feb. 27 and 28 Doors open at 6:30 p.m., fights begin at 8 p.m. at Smoky Mountain Event Cetner 758 Crabtree Rd., Waynesville, NC. 28985 Info: www,RoughestandToughest.com

A Return to our Roots: Herbal Tea class, Feb. 28 starting at 10:15 a.m. at the Great Smoky Mountain Heritage Center 123 Cromwell Dr., Townsend, TN. 37882.  Learn basic blending techniques of herbal teas! Form a connection to our Appalachian ancestors by learning how they used herbal tea for health and enjoyment and be a part of our own Appalachian Tea Ceremony! Info: (865) 448-0044 online at: gsmheritagecenter.org

EBCI Community Night with the Georgia Swarm. Feb 28 at 7:30 p.m. at the Gas South Arena 6400 Sugarloaf Pkwy., Duluth, GA 30097. As a member of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians, you may claim up to four (4) complimentary tickets to the Georgia Swarm’s annual Native Heritage Night on Saturday, February 28, 2026 at Gas South Arena in Duluth, GA.Simply click GET TICKETS  to select your seats. Upon adding seats to your cart, your discount code will be automatically applied for the four (4) complimentary tickets! An order processing fee of $5 will be applied at checkout. We’re excited to have you join us for a night of family fun and fast-paced indoor professional lacrosse!

Swain County Genealogical and Historical Association meeting. March 5 at 6:30 p.m. at the Swain County Regional Business Education and Training Center at 45 East Ridge Dr. in Bryson City, N.C. Richard Eller will present “The Lincoln-Enloe Story”. aConversation and refreshments will follow the presentation. This is free and open to the public.

Buttermilk Farms Antique Auction. March 7 at 1 p.m. at Buttermilk Farms Auction House 19S Bryson City, NC. 28713. Preview welcomme, absentee bids welcome, plenty of parking, plenty of seating, concessions on site. INFO: Susan Leading Fox (828) 366-2215

A Return to our Roots: Herbal Syrups class, March 7  starting at 10:15 a.m. at the Great Smoky Mountain Heritage Center 123 Cromwell Dr., Townsend, TN. 37882. Join us as we take herbal tea making a step further and learn about Herbal Syrups! Learn the steps in making syrup and how to use them for health and enjoyment and some of the history behind them. We will taste test a few and learn the history behind them. Info: (865) 448-0044 online at: gsmheritagecenter.org

A Return to our Roots: Tinctures & Glycerites class, March 14  starting at 10:15 a.m. at the Great Smoky Mountain Heritage Center 123 Cromwell Dr., Townsend, TN. 37882. Join us as we learn how to make an ancient health remedy using herbs and alcohol. (We will also demonstrate how to make a glycerite for those who don’t want alcohol in their remedies). Tinctures are a long-lasting remedy that have been used for thousands of years for health reasons. Tinctures were used regularly by our Appalachian ancestors and are still used by millions of folks today! Info: (865) 448-0044 online at: gsmheritagecenter.org

A Return to our Roots: Herbal Oils and Salves class, March 21  starting at 10:15 a.m. at the Great Smoky Mountain Heritage Center 123 Cromwell Dr., Townsend, TN. 37882. Join us as we learn how to make healing topical herbal oils and salve! Another ancient remedy for all kinds of skin, muscle, and pain issues. We will also touch on culinary herbal oils! Then we will demonstrate how to make a healing salve. Info: (865) 448-0044 online at: gsmheritagecenter.org

5^th Annual Fiber Fair. April 24 and 25 from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. both days. At the Great Smoky Mountain Heritage Center 123 Cromwell Dr., Townsend, TN. 37882. A celebration of time-honored craftsmanship where wool is spun, skills are shared, and fiber art lovers can browse to their heart’s content. Over two days, more than 20 vendors will fill the Heritage Center’s historic grounds. Throughout the weekend, experienced fiber artists will demonstrate traditional techniques and lead hands-on workshops rooted in Appalachian tradition. Local spinners and weavers will also be onsite, showcasing the enduring skills that shaped many aspects of mountain life. Info: (865) 448-0044 online at: gsmheritagecenter.org

Stampede in the Smokies. May 1 and 2 gates open at 6 p.m. action begins at 8 p.m. at the Great Smoky Mountains Event Park 113 Hyatt Creek Rd., Bryson City, NC. 28713 To enter text (864) 784 – 4110 by April 28. Info: rodeoroadshow.rodeoticket.com/stampede-in-the-smokies/rodeo-information.

Kids Take over the Museum. May 4 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.  At the Great Smoky Mountain Heritage Center 123 Cromwell Dr., Townsend, TN. 37882. There is no shortage of activities for your young crafter or artist,  get their hands and minds busy on basket weaving, blacksmithing, and pottery making.  Over 25 demonstrations, on-site vendors and special events are lined up for this huge day at the Great Smoky Mountains Heritage Center. Visitors play loads of games that were popular choices for kids on the mountain homestead. Plus, representatives from the Museum of the Cherokee will be on hand to share their cultural heritage.  Info: (865) 448-0044 online at: gsmheritagecenter.org

First Annual Spring Men’s Retreat. May 9 – 10 at Camp Living Waters1510 W Dep Creek Rd., Bryson City, NC. 28713. All men, all churches, all invited. Speaker Jonathan Frady. FREE, signs up are now open. INFO: Foreman bradley (423) 579-2807 or Eddie Morrow (828) 507-2271.

Join our Local Advisory Council. Help shape the future of mentorship on the Qualla Boundary. Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Western North Carolina. Seeking community leaders, parents, retirees, business owners and residents to join the local advisory council. Contact Brandon Fouts email brandonF@bbswnc.org  or call (828) 347-6097.